A2 preposition Formal 1 min read

经由

jīngyóu /tɕiŋ.joʊ/
Practice it

Use '经由' to describe the intermediate path, channel, or medium through which something travels or is processed.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Used to indicate a path or channel.
  • Commonly used in formal or technical contexts.
  • Equivalent to 'via' or 'by way of'.

常见语境：在正式的商务文书、新闻报道或学术说明中，使用“经由”比口语化的“通过”显得更加严谨和正式。例如，在描述货物的进口流程或信息的审批程序时，它是首选词汇。

  1. 1近义词辨析：与“通过”相比，“经由”更侧重于空间上的路径或过程中的中转环节，而“通过”的适用范围更广，既可以指物理路径，也可以指抽象的手段或方法。与“经过”相比，“经过”常作动词使用（如：我经过学校），而“经由”几乎纯粹作为介词，引导后续的名词性成分。

Examples

1

这封信是经由航空寄送的。

everyday

This letter was sent via airmail.

2

所有审批必须经由经理办公室。

formal

All approvals must go through the manager's office.

3

我们经由小路到达了目的地。

informal

We arrived at the destination via a small path.

4

该数据经由复杂的算法处理。

academic

The data is processed via a complex algorithm.

Common Collocations

经由渠道 via a channel
经由转机 via a connecting flight
经由过程 via a process

Common Phrases

经由地

transit point

经由过程

via the process

经由网络

via the internet

Often Confused With

经由 vs 经过

‘经过’ can be a verb meaning 'to pass by' or a preposition meaning 'after'. '经由' is strictly a preposition indicating a path or medium.

经由 vs 通过

‘通过’ has a wider range of usage including 'to pass a test' or 'to approve'. '经由' is more specific to physical or systematic routing.

Grammar Patterns

经由 + 名词 + 动词 经由 + 路径/媒介

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word '经由' is formal and typically appears in written Chinese. It is rarely used in casual spoken language where '通过' or '走' are preferred. It functions exclusively as a preposition to introduce the medium or route.

Common Mistakes

Learners often use '经由' to replace '通过' when describing abstract methods, which can sound overly stiff. Remember that '经由' is best for physical paths or defined procedural channels. Avoid using it as a main verb in a sentence.

Tips

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Use for formal written reports

When writing business emails or formal reports, use '经由' instead of '通过' to sound more professional and precise.

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Avoid using as a verb

Remember that '经由' is a preposition. Do not use it as a standalone verb; it must always be followed by a noun phrase.

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Logistics and formal procedures

In Chinese logistics and government documents, '经由' is frequently used to denote official transit points or authorized channels.

Word Origin

Derived from '经' (to pass through) and '由' (from/via). Combined, they signify the path from which something proceeds.

Cultural Context

In China, formal documents and legal notices frequently use '经由' to establish clear responsibility and procedural transparency. It reflects the importance of following established protocols.

Memory Tip

Think of '经由' as 'via'. If you can replace it with 'via' in English, '经由' is likely correct.

Frequently Asked Questions

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在表示路径时大部分情况下可以互换，但“经由”更具书面感。如果表示抽象的“凭借某种手段”，通常用“通过”而不用“经由”。

虽然可以使用，但会显得比较正式。在日常对话中，人们更倾向于使用“通过”或者“走”。

不一定。它可以接地点（如：经由上海），也可以接抽象的渠道（如：经由法律途径）。

可以拆解为“经”（经过）和“由”（由……而来/经由……路径），联想为“从某个地方引出路径”。

Test Yourself

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这批货物将___上海港口运往欧洲。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 经由

此处强调运输路径，用“经由”最准确。

multiple choice

选出语法不通顺的句子。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 经由努力，他成功了。

“经由”多用于空间路径或媒介，不用于指代“努力”这种抽象的手段，此处应使用“通过”。

sentence building

申请 / 经由 / 提交 / 部门 / 必须 / 相关

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 申请必须经由相关部门提交。

正确的语序是主语+状语+谓语。

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